Sr. Manager, Finance Analytics Engineering

Job Description

Life360 is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance Data Analytics to lead their finance data team. This role involves managing the Databricks data warehouse, deploying SQL data models, and orchestrating workflows using DBT. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge and will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial data reporting pipelines.Life360 is a remote-first company with more than 500 employees. They offer a range of benefits, including competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible PTO, and learning & development programs.What this role involves:

• Managing a team of data analysts to support Finance stakeholders.
• Developing and optimizing the Databricks Data Warehouse.
• Using DBT to orchestrate, test, and deploy SQL data models.
• Supporting the accounting team during the month-end close.
• Collaborating with finance and accounting teams to support financial analytics.
• Implementing AI-based solutions.
• Deploying and managing business intelligence tools, including Tableau and Causal.
• Developing and maintaining data solutions using Python.
• Managing the integrations between other systems and the data warehouse.
• Ensuring SOX compliance across the data warehouse.
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation of the data warehouse architecture.
• Supervising, mentoring, and providing support to data analysts.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data models.
• Continuously evaluating and improving data processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field; CPA certification is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, with a focus on financial reporting, accounting support, and business intelligence.
• Proven experience as a people and project manager.
• Advanced SQL modeling and Python development skills.
• Experience managing a Databricks data warehouse and deploying SQL data models.
• Proficiency with DBT for orchestrating data models, testing, and deployments.
• Experience deploying AI-based solutions in the finance and analytics space.
• Strong experience with managing system integrations to and from a data warehouse.
• In-depth understanding of SOX compliance and experience implementing controls within a data warehouse environment.
• Extensive experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting, ideally within a public company.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis; CPA certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to deploy and manage business intelligence tools such as Tableau and Causal.
• Proven experience in managing and mentoring data analysts.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Life360 offers:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan with company matching program in the US and RRSP with DPSP plan for Canadian employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental wellness.
• Flexible PTO and 12 company wide days off throughout the year.
• Learning & Development programs.
• Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a productive remote environment.
• Free Life360 Platinum Membership for your preferred circle.